Facilities & Construction HVAC Journeyman

Position SummaryPerform skilled journeyman-level work in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) trade in support of the maintenance repair troubleshooting installation alteration and preventive maintenance of University buildings facilities and mechanical diagnose and resolve HVAC-related issues; maintain and service HVAC equipment and associated controls; support the operation of building management and energy management systems; and ensure work is completed safely efficiently and in accordance with applicable codes regulations manufacturer specifications and University with Facilities & Construction staff other skilled trades contractors and University departments to support reliable building operations occupant comfort energy efficiency and timely completion of maintenance and capital Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform skilled journeyman-level HVAC work across University facilities including the inspection installation maintenance troubleshooting repair replacement and alteration of HVAC equipment systems and related assigned work orders accurately safely efficiently and within established priorities and and troubleshoot mechanical electrical refrigeration and control-related issues within the employees training licensing and scheduled preventive maintenance in accordance with established procedures manufacturer recommendations applicable codes and University HVAC equipment systems and campus facilities to identify required repairs maintenance needs safety concerns and potential equipment appropriate diagnostic tools testing equipment technical documentation and sound judgment to evaluate system performance and identify the cause of equipment or system replace adjust and maintain HVAC equipment components controls and related systems as monitor and troubleshoot automated building management and energy management systems and and interpret blueprints schematics equipment manuals diagrams and technical all work in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws codes licensing requirements safety standards manufacturer specifications and University all required licenses certifications registrations and professional credentials applicable to assigned accurate work order documentation including work performed materials used equipment conditions identified issues and recommended and communicate material equipment and service needs to the Manager Maintenance & with estimating materials preparing requisition information and coordinating the procurement of equipment or services as equipment repairs replacements and system improvements based on equipment condition operational requirements lifecycle considerations energy conservation and cost in the planning coordination and completion of in-house capital projects renovations equipment installations and HVAC system work with other skilled trades Facilities & Construction personnel contractors and University departments to support safe efficient and timely completion of with the coordination and review of contracted HVAC services including providing technical information and verifying work as technical guidance instruction and training to HVAC technicians helpers apprentices or other employees as directed. Such responsibilities do not constitute formal supervisory authority unless specifically University tools equipment materials and resources appropriately and safeguard them from damage loss misuse or other trades and Campus Operations personnel as needed provided that applicable safety licensing and regulatory requirements are to after-hours emergency calls and urgent Campus Operations requests as in ongoing professional development safety training and advancements in HVAC technology equipment and with snow removal and other operational needs as all other related duties as assigned by management in response to the needs of the UniversityKnowledge Skills Abilities & Other AttributesHigh school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a recognized HVAC/R apprenticeship technical training program or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Current Connecticut journeyman-level HVAC refrigeration or related trade license appropriate to the position and assigned duties required. Current S-2 license is required if applicable to the work performed. Minimum of three years of journeyman-level HVAC experience in a commercial institutional or similar environment required. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the installation maintenance troubleshooting repair and operation of commercial HVAC systems and related equipment required. Working knowledge of refrigeration systems electrical components motors pumps controls air-handling equipment boilers chillers rooftop units and related mechanical systems required or preferred based on assigned responsibilities. Ability to independently diagnose HVAC system and equipment problems using appropriate tools testing equipment schematics manuals and technical documentation required. Knowledge of building management systems (BMS) and energy management controls preferred. Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics equipment manuals diagrams and technical instructions required. Knowledge of applicable HVAC codes licensing requirements safety standards environmental regulations and University policies required. Ability to use computerized work order systems email and other technology necessary to document and complete work required. Ability to work independently prioritize assignments exercise sound technical judgment and communicate work status issues and recommended follow-up required. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other skilled trades supervisors contractors vendors and University departments required. Ability to provide technical guidance instruction and training to HVAC technicians helpers apprentices or other employees as directed required. Strong troubleshooting problem-solving communication organizational and customer service skills required. Commitment to maintaining required licenses and certifications and participating in ongoing professional and technical development required. A current valid Connecticut drivers license with a clean driving record is Working ConditionsWork involves frequent exposure to dust dirt fumes heat cold potentially hazardous chemicals mechanical and electrical conditions and working at heights or in confined and cramped areas. Regular use of hand tools power tools testing equipment ladders lifts and machinery is position requires the ability to lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds as well as the physical ability to stand walk bend kneel climb reach and work in various building and mechanical be required to work flexible hours evenings weekends holidays or respond to after-hours emergencies and urgent Campus Operations requests. May assist with snow removal and other operational needs as -Employment RequirementsAll offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background accordance with Connecticut General Statutes 31-51v applicants selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of both the background check and drug test.